Summary - 1 MILL LANE ALFINGTON OTTERY ST MARY EX11 1PF
3 bed 2 bath Cottage
Character home with large garden and countryside views ideal for family life.
Grade II listed thatched cottage — restrictions on alterations and repairs
Large, well-stocked garden with raised beds, patio and countryside outlook
Off‑street parking for three cars plus additional lower-level space
Principal bedroom with dressing room/study and ensuite shower room
Oil-fired central heating and external oil boiler — ongoing fuel costs
Private drainage; thatched roof and period fabric need specialist maintenance
Workshop and two powered sheds — good storage and hobby space
Slow broadband speeds despite excellent mobile signal
This Grade II listed thatched cottage blends genuine period character with practical family living. Set in Alfington village, the house offers exposed beams, an ornamental fireplace and a dual-aspect kitchen with Rangemaster cooker — all arranged over a multi‑storey layout totalling about 1,036 sq ft. The principal bedroom includes a dressing room/study and ensuite, useful for flexible family needs or a home office.
The plot is a standout: a large, attractively planted garden with raised vegetable beds, gravel patio, timber decking and vehicle access with parking for three cars plus an additional space. Useful outbuildings include a workshop and two sheds with light and power, making storage and DIY straightforward. From the top of the garden there are pleasant outlooks across rooftops to surrounding countryside.
Practical points to note: the property is Grade II listed, which will restrict alterations and could complicate planning or major works. Heating is oil-fired and there is private drainage; the thatched roof and age of the building will require ongoing specialist maintenance. Broadband speeds are reported slow, although mobile signal is excellent. For families, strong nearby schooling includes several good primaries and The King’s School (Outstanding). The village location gives easy access to Ottery St Mary, the A30 and local amenities.
Offered freehold at £375,000, this cottage will suit buyers seeking character, outdoor space and rural village life, and will particularly reward those prepared to manage listed‑building constraints and routine older-house upkeep.
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